Sculptra
Restore Facial Volume and Tighten Skin
As you age, collagen declines, causing skin to lose firmness, volume, and definition. Sculptra® injections help your body rebuild collagen naturally, improving facial structure, refining skin texture, and supporting long-term skin tightening.
At Waterfront Laser & Cosmetic Dermatology in Vancouver, Sculptra treatment delivers gradual, natural-looking results that help you look refreshed without appearing overdone.
What Is Sculptra?
Sculptra is NOT a filler; it is a biostimulator injectable made from poly-L-lactic acid, a substance that encourages your own natural collagen regeneration. Rather than simply filling lines or folds, Sculptra strengthens the skin’s foundation over time, helping to restore firmness and structure.
This collagen-focused approach makes Sculptra ideal for patients who want long-lasting improvement in skin quality, facial contour, and overall skin appearance. Treatments are performed gradually, creating results that evolve naturally over several months.
What Sculptra Can Help Improve?
Patients often seek biostimulator treatment because of how their skin looks and feels, not because of a specific product name. Sculptra can help address several common concerns associated with aging and collagen loss.
- Loss of facial volume in the cheeks and temples
- Skin laxity along the jawline and lower face
- Facial thinning and hollowing
- Crepey or weakened skin texture
- Reduced firmness and elasticity
- Dull or uneven skin tone
- Long-term skin tightening and structural support
By improving collagen production, Sculptra helps the skin appear firmer, smoother, and more resilient over time.
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Sculptra Before and After Results
Full facial balancing, restoration, and harmonization with non-invasive injectable treatments such as hyaluronic acid filler, biostimulatory agents, and neuromodulators. Multiple treatments were performed progressively over time to maintain a beautiful, natural appearance at every stage.
Age 30 vs Age 42: With customized treatment plans combining energy-based devices, soft tissue fillers, neuromodulators, and skin tightening, maintenance and subtle enhancements result in a fresher more youthful appearance even 10 years later.
Age 45 vs Age 53: Non-invasive treatments such as injectable and laser combined in the correct way can maintain and enhance appearance even 5-10 years later.
Age 62 vs Age 70: Aging gracefully utilizing a tailored combination treatment plan that takes into account facial volume, fine lines and wrinkles, skin quality, and overall sun damage.
Age 64 vs Age 74: Custom designed treatment plans carefully delivered over time utilizing advanced injectable and laser techniques for total anti-aging while maintaining a beautiful and natural appearance.
How Sculptra Works
Sculptra stimulates collagen production deep within the skin. Once injected, the poly-L-lactic acid particles activate the body’s natural regenerative response, encouraging new collagen formation over time.
This process also supports fibroblast activity, which is the cells responsible for producing collagen and elastin fibers. Elastin helps the skin maintain flexibility and bounce, working alongside collagen to support firmer, smoother skin.
As collagen builds, skin appears firmer, facial contours become more defined, and overall skin texture improves. With proper treatment planning, patients often ask, “how long does Sculptra last?”, and results can last up to two years.
Your Sculptra Treatment Experience
Understanding what to expect helps patients feel confident and prepared.
Consultation
Your facial anatomy, skin quality, and long-term goals are evaluated to determine whether Sculptra is the right option.
Treatment Planning
A personalized plan is created to support gradual volume restoration and skin tightening.
Sculptra Injections
Injections are performed in the office and typically require minimal downtime.
Collagen Activation Phase
Over the following weeks, collagen production increases and results continue to improve.
Follow Up and Maintenance
Additional sessions may be recommended to maintain and enhance long-term outcomes.
Sculptra vs Radiesse
Sculptra
- Stimulates collagen gradually over time
- Improves skin firmness, structure, and thickness
- Delivers subtle, progressive results
- Ideal for long-term skin tightening and volume restoration
- Results develop over several months
Radiesse
- Provides immediate volume support
- Stimulates collagen in addition to instant correction
- Creates more visible results sooner
- Ideal for structural definition and contouring
- Results appear quickly with continued collagen benefit
Both treatments support collagen production, but the best choice depends on facial anatomy, skin quality, and desired treatment timeline. A personalized consultation helps determine which option best supports your aesthetic goals.
Meet the Doctor
Douglas Wu, MD, PhD
Dr. Wu is a double board-certified dermatologist with advanced expertise in medical, cosmetic, and laser dermatology. His approach to Sculptra focuses on restoring facial balance, improving skin quality, and achieving natural-looking results that age well over time.
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Why Choose Waterfront Laser and Cosmetic Dermatology for Sculptra
Waterfront Cosmetic and Laser Dermatology offers ThermiSculpt as an advanced contouring option inspired by techniques developed at Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego. This treatment is not widely available and reflects a high level of expertise in radiofrequency based skin tightening and contouring. Patients benefit from a focused approach that addresses skin laxity and fat together rather than treating each concern separately.
Sculptra FAQs
Is Sculptra a Filler?
Sculptra is not a traditional filler. Rather than adding instant volume, Sculptra works as a collagen stimulator, encouraging YOUR body to rebuild its own collagen over time. This gradual process improves skin firmness, structure, and facial support for results that develop naturally and last longer.
What is the difference between Sculptra and traditional fillers?
Traditional dermal fillers primarily add immediate volume to targeted areas. Sculptra works differently by stimulating collagen production over time. This allows for gradual improvement in skin firmness, facial structure, and overall skin quality rather than instant correction alone.
How long do Sculptra results last?
Sculptra results can last up to two years or even longer when treatment is completed as recommended. Because it builds collagen, results often appear more natural and age more gracefully than standard fillers. Maintenance treatments may be suggested to support long-term collagen levels.
How much does Sculptra cost?
Sculptra cost varies based on the number of treatment sessions, the areas being treated, and your individual goals. Because Sculptra is a collagen stimulating treatment designed to deliver gradual, long-term results, pricing is customized for each patient. During your consultation, your provider will review your treatment plan and discuss Sculptra cost in detail so you have clear expectations before moving forward.
When will I see results from Sculptra?
Results develop gradually rather than immediately. Many patients begin to notice improvement within a few weeks, with continued enhancement over several months. This gradual process helps results appear subtle and natural.
How many Sculptra treatments are needed?
The number of treatments depends on your skin condition, age, and goals. Most patients require a series of sessions spaced several weeks apart. Your provider will determine the appropriate plan during consultation.
Is there downtime after Sculptra?
Downtime is minimal for most patients. Mild swelling, tenderness, or bruising may occur at injection sites but typically resolve within a few days. Most patients return to normal activities quickly.
Where can Sculptra be used?
Sculptra is commonly used in areas such as the cheeks, temples, jawline, and lower face. It is especially effective in regions affected by volume loss and skin laxity. Your provider will recommend placement based on your facial structure.
Does Sculptra help with skin tightening?
Yes. By stimulating collagen production, Sculptra improves skin firmness and elasticity over time. This collagen support helps tighten the skin naturally rather than relying on surface-level correction alone.
Who is a good candidate for Sculptra?
Sculptra is ideal for patients experiencing collagen loss, facial thinning, or skin laxity who want gradual, long-lasting improvement. A consultation for Sculptra in Vancouver is required to determine candidacy and ensure optimal results.